Salary: $23.49 - $32.95 Hourly
Location : Faribault, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-034
Department: Environmental Services
Opening Date: 03/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary

**FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS APRIL 11TH
The Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment used to receive, process and transport solid waste at the Rice County Landfill. Directs truck drivers where to dump loads and screens all material brought to the landfill to ensure proper disposal.
Examples of Duties

• Moves garbage from public drop sites and commercial loads to specific areas in the landfill and maintains landfill properly.
• Covers garbage with specified amounts of soil, and replaces soil if needed, according to MPCA rules.
• Performs daily maintenance on all equipment used in the department.
• Performs building and grounds maintenance to promote a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one to three years related experience. Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes endorsement required upon hire.
Supplemental Information
HIRING RANGE / UNION: $23.49 - $25.72 per hour / 49ers - Grade 7
HOURS: Normal business hours are Monday thru Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm and some Saturdays 7:30am - 11:30am. Position is fulltime, 40 hours per week. May occasionally need to work outside those days and hours.
Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.
County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
01

Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education," "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
• I do not agree to the above information.

02

Do you have a valid commercial driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered yes to question #2, please indicate the State and Class of your license. If not applicable, list NA.
04

What is your highest level of education at the closing date of the job posting?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical or Vocational Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Other Degree
• None of the Above

05

Which best represents your professional experience working in the solid waste field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 or more years

06

Please mark which best describes your total experience in heavy equipment operation. (Example Equipment: Dozer, Compactor, Front End Loader, Augers, Backhoe, Bucket Truck, Crane, Dump Truck, Farm Tractor, Large Flat Bed Truck, Large Forklift, Fuel Truck, Tow Truck, Tractor Trailer Truck (single or tandem axle), Truck Crane, Motor Grader, other large motorized construction equipment.) Note: Specific jobs and equipment operated MUST be shown in your application.

• I do not have a CDL.
• CDL Less than 2 years heavy equipment operation
• CDL 2 to 3 years heavy equipment operation
• CDL 3 to 4 years heavy equipment operation
• CDL More than 4 years heavy equipment operation

07

If you do not meet the minimum requirements of having a high school diploma or equivalent and one to three years related experience, please explain in detail how your education, training, years of experience is equivalent to meet the minimum requirement of this position. If you meet the minimum requirements, please list "NA".
08

Please mark any certifications which you currently hold:

• None
• MSW Landfill Operator Certificate (Type II)
• Demolition/Industrial Waste Landfill Operator Certificate (Type III)

09

What responsibilities have your previous positions included? (select all that apply)

• Operating light and heavy equipment; such as, dozer, compactor, loader
• Working closely with contractors and solid waste haulers
• Ensuring proper equipment maintenance and repair
• Ensuring work is performed in compliance with federal and state rules
• Knowledge of waste management principles and practices
• None of the above

10

What type of heavy equipment have you had experience operating? (select all that apply)

• Dozer
• Compactor
• Front End Loader
• Track Hoe/Backhoe
• Other
• None of the above

Required Question